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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$300
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 6 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Parrot Zik 3 0 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

8.0

Technical Score

20.0%

6.5

User score

Very good
8.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.3

Sound

20.0%

7.9

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

3.4

Connectivity

6.0%

5.7

Battery

4.0%

7.2

Calls & Controls

Excellent
6.5

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.4

Popularity

User score:
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Good
  • 5.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.5

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

  • 5.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.9

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 6.9
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 3.5
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.9

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

Designed by Philippe Starck, the Parrot Zik 3.0 is a feature-rich wireless headphone featuring 40mm neodymium drivers, a built-in 24-bit/192kHz DAC, and Bluetooth 3.0 with NFC pairing. It is distinguished by its 'wireless everything' approach, supporting Qi-compatible induction charging and a comprehensive companion app for 5-band parametric EQ and spatialized 'Concert Hall' effects. Main pros include a premium design with unique textures like 'croco' or overstitched leather, advanced capacitive touch controls on the right earcup, high-quality HD telephony via bone-conduction sensors, and effective auto-adaptive noise cancellation. However, notable cons include a relatively short battery life of approximately 6 to 7 hours with Bluetooth and ANC active, the lack of a protective hard carrying case, and occasional sensitivity issues with the integrated head-detection sensor.

Technical Specifications of Parrot Zik 3 0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.3

Sound

20.0%

7.9

Features

10.0%

6.1

Design

8.0%

3.4

Connectivity

6.0%

5.7

Battery

4.0%

7.2

Calls & Controls

8.0
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a technical score of 7.95 points, which is higher than that of 93.4% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.4

Popularity

User score:
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6.5
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a user score of 6.48 points, which is lower than that of 87% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
3.4
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a popularity of 3.4 points, which is lower than 58% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

8.0
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 85.4% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Parrot Zik 3 0 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Parrot Zik 3 0 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Parrot Zik 3 0 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

6
Parrot Zik 3 0 has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Parrot Zik 3 0 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

3.0
Parrot Zik 3 0 uses Bluetooth version 3.0, newer Bluetooth version than 55.7% of headphones and equal to 1.6% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Parrot Zik 3 0 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

145 ms
Parrot Zik 3 0 has audio latency of 145 ms, higher audio latency than 51.5% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Parrot Zik 3 0 does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

6 hours
Parrot Zik 3 0 offers battery life of 6 hours, lower battery life than 98.6% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

18 hours
Parrot Zik 3 0 offers battery life with ANC of 18 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 84.5% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Parrot Zik 3 0 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Parrot Zik 3 0 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

830 mAh
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a battery capacity of 830 mAh, higher battery capacity than 83.1% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Parrot
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

270 g
Parrot Zik 3 0 weighs 270 g, heavier than 70.2% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

4.1
Parrot Zik 3 0 has a clamp force of 4.1, lower clamp force than 50.7% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
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Parrot Zik 3 0 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • More flexible connectivity
    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 5 more microphones
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.6 vs 1
  • Wind noise reduction
    Parrot Zik 3 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Parrot Zik 3 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 38.3% higher battery capacity
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (830 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • Removable battery
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Parrot Zik 3 0 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Parrot Zik 3 0 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 5 more microphones
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Parrot Zik 3 0 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Parrot Zik 3 0 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Parrot Zik 3 0 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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Overall
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 23.9% higher weight
    Parrot Zik 3 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 14.5 mm tighter earcup width
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 12 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (18 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 24 hours shorter battery life
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (6 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.6 hours vs 30 hours
  • 23.9% higher weight
    Parrot Zik 3 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Parrot Zik 3 0 is heavier than the average headphone (270 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.270 g vs 218 g
  • 12 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (18 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
    When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (18 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.18 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 14.5 mm tighter earcup width
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (28.5 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.28.5 mm vs 43 mm
  • 3.44x more expensive
    Parrot Zik 3 0 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).
    Parrot Zik 3 0 is more expensive than the average headphone (£310 vs £90).£310 vs £90
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Parrot Zik 3 0 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.55 mm vs 60 mm
  • 23.5% lower user score
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.48 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Parrot Zik 3 0 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.48 vs 8.000).6.48 vs 8
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What customers like about Parrot Zik 3 0?

  • Premium and stylish design with unique texture options like 'croco effect'
  • Highly customizable audio through the Parrot Zik companion app
  • Effective adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC)
  • Intuitive touch-sensitive controls on the right earcup
  • Supports wireless Qi charging and includes a replaceable battery
  • Excellent call quality aided by bone conduction sensors
  • Proximity sensor automatically pauses music when removed from ears

What customers dislike about Parrot Zik 3 0?

  • Subpar battery life (averaging 6-8 hours with Bluetooth and ANC enabled)
  • High retail price compared to competitors with better endurance
  • Sound can feel overly 'processed' or synthetic without EQ tweaking
  • Touch controls can be hyper-sensitive, leading to accidental pauses
  • Bulky, non-collapsible frame makes them less portable
  • Uses the aging Bluetooth 3.0 standard rather than more modern versions
  • Only includes a basic cloth carrying pouch despite the premium cost

Expert reviews

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rtings.com
30/03/2018
Parrot Zik 3/Zik 3.0 Wireless Headphones Review - RTINGS.com

The Parrot Zik 3.0 headphones feature a premium build, stylish design, and a highly customizable sound profile, according to the RTINGS review. Key advantages include effective active noise cancellation for commuting and a companion app that allows for detailed EQ and spatial effects adjustments. However, significant drawbacks include frustratingly finicky touch controls and a...Read more

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majorhifi.com
20/04/2016
The Parrot Has Landed, Parrot Zik 3.0 Review - Major HiFi

The Parrot Zik 3.0 wireless headphones stand out with a highly attractive, aluminum chassis design featuring a faux leather finish available in multiple colors, including unique crocodile-like textures. Compared to its predecessor, this model introduces distinct physical upgrades, such as longer extenders, a wider headband, and slightly larger ear cups to provide a more comfortable...Read more

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cnet.com
12/03/2016
Parrot Zik 3.0 review: Swanky, feature-packed Bluetooth ...

The Parrot Zik 3.0 is a highly advanced, feature-packed wireless Bluetooth headphone that retains the swanky aesthetic of its predecessor while introducing notable design and usability improvements. Priced at $400 (£300, AU$599) at launch, it stands out for its effective, adaptive active noise cancellation, sleek build quality, and an enlarged headband designed for enhanced comfort....Read more

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themasterswitch.com
04/07/2018
Review: Parrot Zik 3 Wireless | The Master Switch The Master Switch | Audio Reviews

The Parrot Zik 3 is a feature-packed, luxury pair of wireless headphones designed by Philippe Starck that costs just under $400. On the positive side, it stands out for its extraordinary adaptive noise-cancelling technology and an intuitive, touch-controlled right ear cup. The headphones also include unique features like an accelerometer that automatically pauses music when removed,...Read more

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tractionlife.com
12/02/2016
Review: Parrot Zik 3 Premium Headphones | TractionLife

The Parrot Zik 3 is a premium, Philippe Starck-designed wireless over-ear headphone set that combines a chic aesthetic with high-end materials like soft leather and sturdy metal arms. It features an advanced capacitive touch panel on the right earpiece for effortless gesture controls, automated active noise cancellation, and a smart phone-call algorithm that injects ambient sound to...Read more

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businessinsider.com
12/02/2016
Headphones: Parrot Zik 3.0 Vs Parrot Zik - Business Insider

The Business Insider review highlights the Parrot Zik 3.0Go as a significant ergonomic improvement over the original model, praising its reduced weight (0.6 lbs vs 2.4 lbs) for enhanced comfort and improved app-driven noise cancellation control. A major con noted is that maximum noise cancellation on the 3.0 can cause headaches, though the device features improved call quality. The...Read more

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whathifi.com
14/03/2016
Parrot Zik 3.0 review - What Hi-Fi?

The Parrot Zik 3.0 wireless headphones stand out for their innovative app integration, solid build quality, and effective noise cancelling capabilities. The accompanying app unlocks extensive functionality, including custom EQ settings, artist presets, text-to-speech features, and a unique global "noise map". Additionally, the headphones offer convenient user tricks, such as...Read more

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soundguys.com
05/04/2016
Parrot Zik 3.0 Review - SoundGuys

The SoundGuys review of the Parrot Zik 3.0 highlights an incremental upgrade over the 2.0 model, praising its intuitive capacitive touch controls, luxurious design, and improved battery life. These high-tech headphones deliver excellent sound quality and features like auto-detection sensors, offering a premium experience for new users. Conversely, the review notes that the high...Read more

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macwelt.de
09/03/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Bluetooth Headphones: Innovative, but Not Perfect

The Parrot Zik 3Go wireless headphones deliver a stylish design by Philippe Starck, characterized by an eye-catching textured surface resembling crocodile leather, and an exceptionally responsive touch control system. The review highlights major pros including outstanding active noise cancellation (ANC) that provides "heavenly peace," an innovative smartphone app packed with a...Read more

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techtest.org
24/11/2016
Parrot ZIK 3 Review: The Most Customisable Bluetooth Headphones on the Market, but Are They the Best?

The Parrot ZIK 3 is a highly customisable pair of Bluetooth headphones that stands out for its unique design, high-quality metal build, and innovative features. It features an intuitive touch control pad on the right ear cup and a rare removable battery that can be charged via microUSB or an optional wireless charging pad. Its biggest selling point is the powerful Parrot ZIK...Read more

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appgefahren.de
20/10/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Review: Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

The Parrot Zik 3 is a feature-rich, wireless over-ear headphone that launched at €349 but has since seen price drops down to €248. The reviewer notes that setup and Bluetooth pairing are straightforward, and a companion app expands functionality by providing the precise battery status, an equalizer, and custom presets. On the positive side (pros), the headphone features high-quality...Read more

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20minutes.fr
18/12/2015
Parrot Zik 3 Headphones: Can Santa Claus Resisit?", "Parrot Zik 3 Headphones: Will Santa Give In This Year?

Overview and Pros The Parrot Zik 3 is a premium wireless, noise-canceling headphone designed by Philippe Starck, featuring a unique neo-retro aesthetic covered in faux-crocodile leather. A major strength of the device is its highly customizable audio experience, managed through a dedicated mobile app that lets users adjust sound profiles, simulate concert hall acoustics, and...Read more

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01net.com
19/06/2026
Parrot Zik 2.0 vs Parrot Zik 3 Comparison

Comparison Overview The Parrot Zik 2.0 and Zik 3 are both high-end, wireless active noise-cancelling headphones designed by Philippe Starck. The Zik 2.0 stands out for being lighter than its predecessor and offering six distinct colour options. It delivers slightly improved noise cancellation up to 30 dB. However, its audio quality still leaves room for improvement, and its iOS...Read more

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journalmetro.com
04/04/2016
Review of the refined Parrot Zik 3

The Parrot Zik 3 is a premium wireless, over-ear headphone designed by Philippe Starck that features a signature metallic frame and faux-leather finish, including a distinct crocodile texture option. This model improves upon its predecessors by being lighter, less bulky, and fitting more securely and comfortably on the head. It is packed with advanced features, including a...Read more

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goldengeek.net
23/06/2016
[Review] Parrot Zik 3 Headphones - GoldenGeek

The GoldenGeek review of the Parrot Zik 3Go highlights it as a highly convincing and intelligent evolution over the original Zik 1. On the positive side (pros), the reviewer praises its significant weight reduction, better padding, and enhanced ergonomics, which make it extremely comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. Its Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is described as incredibly...Read more

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geektest.fr
28/12/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Bluetooth headphones review

The GeekTest review highlights the Parrot Zik 3Go as a sleek, Bluetooth wireless headphone featuring an elegant leather and metal design crafted by Philippe Starck. On the positive side, the reviewer praises its rich, highly versatile sound signature with well-balanced bass, exceptional active noise cancellation (ANC) that performs wonderfully in public transport, and accurate...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
13/12/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Review: One (Small) Step Closer to the Future

The Parrot Zik 3 is a futuristic, feature-packed circum-aural headphone designed by Starck that offers modern tech like wireless Qi charging, NFC, automated motion detection for pausing, and adjustable active noise cancellation (ANC) via a dedicated app. While the physical build is highly qualitative, featuring smooth, quilted, or crocodile-patterned synthetic leather and a sturdy...Read more

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on-mag.fr
10/11/2016
Parrot Zik 3 wireless headphones review: A new look and still a step ahead?

The Parrot Zik 3 wireless over-ear headphones stand out with unique design upgrades, featuring crocodile skin textures and stitched leather finishes alongside major functional improvements like optional Qi induction charging and an adaptive active noise-cancelling system. A major highlight is the new direct digital USB audio connection, which delivers enhanced precision, tighter...Read more

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legolasgamer.com
06/12/2015
Parrot Zik 3 Review - LegolasGamer

The LegolasGamer review highlights the Parrot Zik 3Go as an incredibly advanced, feature-rich wireless headset that completely immerses the wearer in their music. The reviewer notes several prominent pros, starting with its highly effective active noise cancellation (ANC), which easily blocks out intrusive public transit noises like wind, train tracks, and loud crowds. The sound...Read more

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audiocasque.fr
29/12/2015
Parrot Zik 3 Review: Complete but not yet perfect!

The AudioCasque.fr review gives the Parrot Zik 3 an overall rating of 8.5/10, describing it as an elegant, highly advanced Bluetooth headset that brings small but notable improvements over its predecessor. Designed by Philippe Starck, the over-ear headphones boast premium aesthetics alongside highly intuitive, responsive touch controls built directly into the right ear cup for...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
01/12/2015
Parrot Zik 3 Review: The Swiss Army Knife of Portable Headphones

The Parrot Zik 3 is a feature-rich wireless headphone that offers broad functionality but falls short of a true generational evolution, earning a 3 out of 5 rating from Les Numériques. On the positive side, it features a distinctive, solid build available in various textures (like faux crocodile leather), and an expanded headband that improves comfort for larger heads. When used in...Read more

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applesfera.com
14/07/2016
Zik 3: A look at the most tech-forward headphones for iPhone", "Zik 3: A journey through the ultimate high-tech headphones for iPhone

The Parrot Zik 3 wireless over-ear headphones, designed by Philippe Starck, offer a premium and highly technological audio experience tailored for iPhone users. A standout positive feature is the innovative button-free interface, which utilizes a highly intuitive touch-sensitive surface on the ear cup to easily control playback, volume, and track skipping. Additionally, the review...Read more

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teknikop.com
08/05/2016
Parrot Zik 3 review: we have tested them

The Parrot Zik 3 over-ear headphones are a high-end wireless option praised for their exceptional construction and performance. The pros highlight its outstanding active noise cancellation, which effectively isolates users from environmental disruptions like flights or office noise, and its pristine, powerful sound profile. The premium design utilizes a robust metal structure...Read more

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thegroyne.com
08/10/2016
Parrot Zik 3 review", "Parrot Zik 3 in-depth review", "Parrot Zik 3 analysis

The Parrot Zik 3 stands out as a highly premium, feature-rich set of wireless headphones that delivers exceptionally balanced, high-quality audio with strong performance across bass, mid-tones, and treble. Its standout features include a highly customizable companion app called "Zik" which features an advanced equalizer and acoustic room presets, an excellent multi-level active...Read more

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forbes.com.mx
07/12/2016
Review: Parrot Zik 3.0, the 100% wireless headphones

The Forbes México review highlights the Parrot Zik 3.0 as a highly advanced, feature-rich, and premium pair of Bluetooth headphones designed by the renowned Philippe Starck. A major pro is its design overhaul, which features a restructured, flexible headband that comfortably accommodates larger head sizes up to XXL, alongside unique textured aesthetics like crocodile skin or quilted...Read more

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macitynet.it
07/03/2016
Parrot ZIK 3 review: the new version of the most advanced wireless headphones

The Parrot ZIK 3 wireless headphones, designed by Philippe Starck, represent an evolutionary upgrade over the ZIK 2, maintaining the same excellent audio quality and active noise cancellation (up to 30 dB) while introducing several design and functional enhancements. Visually, the headphones are available in three distinct styles (classic smooth faux leather, crocodile texture, and...Read more

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smartworld.it
18/01/2017
Parrot Zik 3 review (photos and video) - SmartWorld

The Parrot Zik 3 over-ear headphones are a highly solid, premium tech powerhouse constructed primarily from leather and metal. They deliver exceptional, class-leading active noise cancellation alongside an extremely rich smartphone companion app that enables highly customisable audio profiling. When connected to the app, users can easily fine-tune an equalizer, adjust spatial sound...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
24/08/2016
Parrot Zik 3: Away with the noise, only the pleasure of music remains

The Parrot Zik 3 wireless Bluetooth headphones combine a striking aesthetic designed by Philippe Starck with advanced active noise cancellation (ANC) and high-quality audio features. Weighing 270 grams, this third-generation circumaural model improves comfort over its predecessor with a larger, softer headband and deeper earcups that reduce skull pressure. A major highlight is the...Read more

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stintup.com
24/04/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Review: Headphones with Top-Tier Technology

The Parrot Zik 3 is a high-end pair of wireless on-ear headphones designed by Philippe Starck, featuring a premium build with metal accents and soft leather ear cushions, though its minimalist headband can cause discomfort on top of the head after about an hour of use. The unboxing experience feels like opening fine jewellery, and the retail package includes high-quality microUSB...Read more

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manuelagostini.com
02/12/2016
Parrot Zik 3 Review - Manuel Agostini

The Parrot Zik 3 wireless headphones stand out for their exceptional design and cutting-edge technology, scoring an overall review rating of 8.6 out of 10. Crafted by famous designer Philippe Starck, they feature high-level assembly and meticulous details, such as the iconic Starck orange accents and premium metal trim around the microphones. They are packed with modern features,...Read more

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urstyle.nl
24/08/2016
Parrot Zik 3 – Wireless Bluetooth Headphones [Review] - UrStyle

The Parrot Zik 3 is a futuristically-designed wireless Bluetooth headphone crafted by designer Philippe Stark, featuring a unique aesthetic with options ranging from basic black, brown, and white leather to bold snake-skin patterns in red or green. Users will find the device highly intuitive to operate, as a single tap on the right ear cup pauses or plays music, while vertical and...Read more

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intogadgets.nl
04/11/2020
Parrot Zik 3 – ultimate music experience!

The Parrot Zik 3 is a highly praised wireless headphone that stands out for its unique presentation, smart design, and highly customisable audio experience. Packaged meticulously with distinct visual touches like hand-tied bows, the headset completely hides its physical controls by utilizing an invisible, touch-sensitive panel on the right ear cup for effortless navigation and...Read more

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diskidee.be
05/01/2016
Parrot Zik 3.0 wireless headphones review | DISKIDEE

The Parrot Zik 3.0 wireless headphones are an incremental upgrade over the previous Zik 2.0 model, retaining an identical physical design, a weight of 270 grams, and an 830 mAh battery. Key improvements include the addition of Qi-standard wireless charging via the right ear cup and a cloth-covered USB cable that enables a 24-bit DAC Hi-Fi connection with 5.1 surround-sound support...Read more

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fwdmagazine.be
20/01/2016
Review: Parrot Zik 3 - FWD Magazine

The FWD Magazine review highlights the Parrot Zik 3Go as one of the smartest and most unique Bluetooth headphones available, sporting a futuristic, premium design by Starck. On the positive side, it offers an exceptionally versatile companion app that allows intensive audio customisation, including an advanced equalizer (Producer Mode), virtual room acoustic modifications, and...Read more

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